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On January 29th, 2011, The Rams Head Group has committed to grin and “bear” it for the athletes of Special Olympics Maryland (SOMD) by taking a chilly dip into the Chesapeake Bay alongside 10,000+ other warm-hearted people.

I know – you’re probably getting cold just thinking about it! But, the cold that you will feel is just temporary…the positive impact this will have on the lives of the special Olympic athletes will last a lifetime.

According to plungemd.com, the official website of the Polar Bear Plunge. This year is the 15th Anniversary of the MSP Polar Bear Plunge where, for just $50 in pledges, Plunge participants take a quick dip in the Chesapeake Bay to raise funds for Special Olympics Maryland, the state’s largest year-round organization devoted to sports training and competition for children and adults with intellectual disabilities.

Rams Head Group Vice President and Rams Head Shore House owner Erin McNaboe, will go even further by Super Plunging to raise $10,000 for Maryland Special Olympics. Erin will be jumping into the cold water every hour for 24 hours.-Wowzers, that’s a lot of cold water!

But, don’t worry…The Rams Head as also formed a team- The Rams Head Group! This event has become a tradition to the Rams Head family.It’s a day we gather as a team with the Rams Head managment, staff, and patrons to jump into the freezing Chesapeake Bay with 10,000 + plungers. Last year our team consist of 70 members and raised over 10,000 dollars.(That’s just the team) This year, we want to raise more and keep growing.

Plus this year, the plunge will feature the Rams Head Ice Lodge with live music, and special guest DJ Pauly D MTV’s Jersey Shore.  He will be performing live from 12:30-4pm. Forget about Jersey, Pauly… Maryland is the place to be!

So, don’t miss the fun on Saturday, January 29th at the Sandy Point State Park. The plunge is only 14 days away. And, you could make a difference too! 

First time plunger tips

1. Bring a loose pair of shoes, extra (warm) clothes to change into
2. Wear your plunging suit under the clothes you wear to the event
3. Bring extra towels ( at least two)
4. Carpool to the shuttle bus locations , or even better, charter a bus w. a group of friends
5. Bring a back pack with change of clothes, extra pair of shoes, snacks and drinks
6. Visit the Rams Head Ice Lodge for some entertainment
7. Bring a plastic bag for wet/ dirty clothes
8. River shoes for jumping into the cold water ( your toes will thank you later)
9. Disposable and/or waterproof camera to catch the moment with your friends
10. DON’T dive into the water, & DON’T be the 1^st to run into the water if it’s your 1^st time plunging!
11. Have fun! This event is always a blast

That’s right folks, the Rams Head has a Plunge Team!

We’ve been in support of the Special Olympics of Maryland this year, first with their Raven in a Pear Tree event (12/8/08 at Rams Head Live)  and now with the Polar Bear Plunge on Saturday, January 24th 2009.

Join the Rams Head for it’s Inaugural Plunge year!!

Here are the top reasons to join the Rams Head Plunge Team:

1.   All the free stuff:  complimentary Damon’s lunch, Official 2009 MSP Plunge Sweatshirt, Plunge photo gift, Exclusive Hosptitality Area with Rams Head Team

2.  A post party at Rams Head Shore House or Rams Head Roadhouse with drink specials galore.    Hello, have you met my friend Fordham?   Ride over on the party school bus for just $10.

3.  The ability to See & Touch GREATNESS in the form of SUPER PLUNGERS, the crazy folks who plunge 24 times in 24 hours and raise $10,000 each!  (RADIO) Theo, Stash, & Dave Hill from 98 Rock, (POLITICS) Frank Kratovil, (RAVENS) Adam Terry, Michael McCrary, Coach Rex Ryan, (ORIOLES) BJ Surhoff to just name a few!

4.   Water Temperature.   In mid-December, water temperature was holding steady around 39/40 degrees.  Why not start an over/under on final water temps… 

5.  Have you seen those commericals that end with the words PRICELESS; yeah, you know you have.   I am certain that there will be more than one PRICELESS moment for each of you during this special day!

Don’t be lame and watch from the comfort of your couch this year; join us and be part of the action. 

 Join us for The World’s Largest Plunge. Period.  www.plungemd.com Search for “Rams Head”